Arina Rodionova and Ty Vickery Split After Nine Years, Rodionova Starts OnlyFans.
Former Australian No.1 tennis player Arina Rodionova, 35, has revealed that she and former AFL player Ty Vickery, 34, who played 119 games for Richmond, have ended their nine-year relationship. The announcement came shortly after Rodionova’s exit from the Australian Open, where she was eliminated in the second round.
Arina Rodionova (@arinarodio Instagram)
Arina Rodionova and Ty Vickery have announced their split after nine years together. The former Australian No.1 tennis star also recently launched an OnlyFans account, sparking new attention.
The Split Announcement
In a candid Instagram post shared on Wednesday, Rodionova explained the situation, saying, “Life happens. We have lots of love for each other but sometimes it’s just not enough. We’re getting divorced. We’ve been separated for about a year. Friends and family know but we just wanted to let the wider community know about this situation. Thank you.”
Vickery, 30, shared his thoughts in a brief statement, adding, “We’re good. We’re good with each other and we wish each other the best. Thanks for the support.” The video accompanying the announcement saw the couple sharing a light-hearted moment, with Rodionova extending a handshake to Vickery, who instead handed her a half-eaten banana, both of them chuckling at the playful interaction. The banana exchange seemed to hint at Rodionova’s latest career move, which has caused a stir.
Rodionova’s New Career Path: From Tennis to OnlyFans
Just over a week before the breakup announcement, Rodionova sparked speculation about her relationship status by joining the adult content platform OnlyFans. On January 12, she confirmed the news on Instagram, saying, “Good news for everyone who was asking. My OnlyFans account was confirmed so here we go. Let’s do this.”
Arina Rodionova (@arinarodio Instagram)
Rodionova’s OnlyFans bio introduces her with a playful twist: “I am a tennis player but a fun one.” The bio mirrors her Instagram profile, showing a more relaxed side to the former athlete. Last year, Rodionova mentioned that a fan had inspired her to consider the platform, calling it the “best compliment” she received that year. In a vlog with fellow tennis player Daria Kasatkina, she recounted the comment: “Stop with tennis, you’ll make more money with OnlyFans. It was the best compliment, which I’ve got this year.”
A Year of Challenges on the Court
Rodionova has faced a series of setbacks in her professional tennis career over the past year. Despite being the top-ranked female player in Australia at the time, she was controversially passed over for a wildcard spot at the 2024 Australian Open, which led to an early exit in the first round of qualifying. This disappointment set the tone for a challenging year, with her ranking steadily declining.
Arina Rodionova (@arinarodio Instagram)
Although she made history as the oldest woman to break into the top 100 at the end of January last year, Rodionova now finds herself ranked at No. 184 in the world.
Arina Rodionova and Ty Vickery first met years ago, forming a strong bond that eventually led to a long-term relationship. Arina, an Australian tennis star, and Ty, a retired AFL player, began dating in the early 2010s, and their connection grew stronger over the years. The couple got married and shared a private life, away from the media spotlight. During their nine years together, they supported each other through career challenges and successes.
After nearly a decade together, the couple announced their separation in January 2024. Despite their breakup, both Arina and Ty expressed mutual respect and wished each other well in their future endeavours. Arina’s recent career shift to launching an OnlyFans account has also drawn attention, further marking a new chapter in her life following the end of her marriage.
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